Global Philadelphia Association’s Post

Celebrating Philadelphia's Global Impact: 2024 Globy Awards Shine a spotlight on the visionaries shaping our city's future! The Globy Awards honor outstanding individuals who elevate Philadelphia on the world stage through their contributions to education, culture, commerce, and beyond. Now is your chance to nominate 6 categories for the 2024 Globys Awardees. Help us recognize the local heroes who are making Philadelphia a true global leader! #Globys #GlobyAwards #phillyevents For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/ezDKA6Qg

GPA was honored to participate in the 12TH Annual Summer International Business Networking. Such a great time to meet with hundreds of business executives, and city, state, and foreign government officials as we celebrate our city's global, political, and commercial connections. Thanks to the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia for organizing this favorite International Chambers event! #GPA #GlobalPhiladelphia #InternationalNetworking #Networking #PAInnovation #PAGetsItDone #EconomicDevelopment 

Mark your calendars for September 5th from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm for Global Philadelphia’s 9th Annual World Heritage City Celebration at Crystal Tea Room! Join us to hear from our 2024 Co-Chairs Yocasta Lora, State Director of Advocacy and Community Engagement at AARP Pennsylvania and Anatoli Murha, Chief Executive Officer of Ukrainian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union Come and experience what makes Philadelphia a unique World Heritage City and highlight the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared heritage.  #WHCC #WHCC2024 #9thAnnualWHCC Register at https://lnkd.in/dJ3iMCt 

Mark your calendars for September 5th from 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm for Global Philadelphia’s 9th Annual World Heritage City Celebration at the Crystal Tea Room! Come to hear speeches by our 2024 honoree, Daniel J. Hilferty, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Spectacor. Enjoy a night filled with cultural performances, networking opportunities, and inspiring presentations from community leaders. Experience what makes Philadelphia a unique World Heritage City and highlight the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared heritage. #WHCC#WHCC2024#9thAnnualWHCC Register at https://lnkd.in/dJ3iMCt

For the twelfth consecutive year, members and friends of Greater Philadelphia’s international community are partnering to host a business networking reception to celebrate the region’s status as a top US destination for foreign direct investment and trade. "Pennsylvania Gets It Done!" Science, technology, and innovation developed here catalyze transformative growth worldwide. Special guests and keynote speakers will address the invaluable partnership between public and private sector entities collaborating to support economic growth and workforce development. Join hundreds of business executives and city, state, and foreign government officials to celebrate the area’s global economic, political, and commercial connections that contribute to prosperity and well-being—hosted by the British American Business Council of Greater Philadelphia and the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia. Register at https://lnkd.in/d-awvG4K

Since 2016, the Sustainable Development Report (SDR) has tracked and ranked United Nations members' progress on the SDGs, providing invaluable insights and data. The 2024 edition, focusing on the United Nations Summit of the Future, features key reforms, a new index of support for UN multilateralism, and an in-depth analysis on SDG17(global partnerships) and SDG 2 (ending hunger and promoting sustainable agriculture). Written by experts at the Transformation Center, this year’s report is essential for understanding global sustainability efforts. Don’t miss out on the latest data and recommendations! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/dG5cV5_T 

Did you know the Paris 2024 Olympic Torch Relay will travel through countless UNESCO World Heritage sites? This remarkable journey, with CNBC as the media sponsor, celebrates global heritage, shining a light on the world's most treasured cultural and natural landmarks. As the Flame passes through these iconic sites, it symbolizes the unity and diversity of our shared human heritage. While the Torch Relay won't be coming to Philadelphia, we are proud that our city is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its historical significance and rich cultural heritage. #Paris2024 #OlympicTorchRelay #WorldHeritage #NBCComcast #UNESCO To see where the torch is headed next, click here: https://lnkd.in/eCHKsXjX -heritage-sites

A new bell in our historic city! Let freedom ring.

The first sneak peek at one of our biggest events this September - World Heritage City Celebration! Meet our two Young Professional co-chairs for the WHCC Andrew Bergman, Chief Advancement Officer at OIC Philadelphia Daecia-jamè Borgia, Visitor Appeal Manager, at Visit Philadelphia Visit our website for more information about WHCC https://lnkd.in/dJ3iMCt